Nikola Akoopians

Nikola Akoopians, 57, was born in Tehran, Iran on December 14, 1954 to the parents of Misha and Satik Akoopians. He was the middle brother to oldest, George, and the youngest, Jerry. He grew up in a traditional Armenian household, learning how to be hardworking and have strong morals and values. He was enrolled in the military in Iran, and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. He also worked at a travel agency for several years.

He met and fell in love with his wife, Mariet Mahmoudian, at a young age from playing together as children. They married in 1980 and had two daughters, Hanriette in 1982 and Lilian in 1989. Nikola moved to Athens, Greece in 1986 with Mariet and Hanriette where they made many sweet memories. They then traveled to the United States in 1988, where Nikola's mother and brother Jerry were already living.

Nikola began working as a carpenter with Custom Design in Glendale in 1989, were he created unique and flawless masterpieces through thousands of projects. He was dedicated, hardworking and incredibly talented.

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend passed away on June 17, 2012 in Glendale, California where he was a resident for over 20 years. He is dearly missed and will remain in our hearts forever.

Rest in Peace Our Angel